My sweet mother....

Oh Pati, I'm so sorry. How wonderful that you got to talk to her while she was feeling good. Gen

(((((((((((((((Pati)))))))))))))))))))))

Patti - so sorry for your loss. The hurt will lessen with time, but never really go away. The wonderful memories and good times remain forever..........

Your story reminds me so much of mine. I'd visited Mom the weekend before she had her heart attack and died. In the past 2+ years, those last days we had together have played over and over in my mind, giving me great comfort.

I'll never 'get over' her passing, but the good memories are replacing the enormous hurt as time goes by. As for coping, I just let myself wallow in grief until I felt like doing something else. Listen to your heart.

joan

Thank you all so much. Both those who have sent condolences privately and here on line. I know that Mother was ready to go, and it was time. But she had just had her 78th birthday. Not all that old, I know. But with the Parkinson's and other problems she was getting to where she was totally losing her independence, and that concerned her. She said she was "okay" with it, but I know it bothered her. She had a wonderful life, and influenced many, many people in her years as a teacher. (She was only 4' 10" tall, and taught primary and kindergarden for the most part.)

She was loved, and will be sorely missed. But I know she is pain free, independent and with her pup (who was put to sleep just before Christmas.) And she is with my Dad, and her parents and more.

Thanks again, Pati, in Phx

Pati,

My prayers are with you and your sister at this difficult time.

Debbi in SO CA

Pati, > Yesterday was my Mother's birthday. I talked with her for a quite a

Of course it hurts, Pati. Please accept my warmest condolences and prayers for your loss. Pat in Virginia

So sorry for the loss of your mom, Pati.

Keeping you close to my heart,

Michelle in NV

{{{{{{{{{{Pati}}}}}}}}}}}} Vent all you want. I truly do understand your pain. My mom went suddenly, also. Prayers for you and yours on the way.

TerriLee in WA (state)

Oh, Pati, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. How wonderful that you had a good phone visit and got to tell her you loved her. Of course that doesn't stop the hurt.

Take special care of yourself and know we are here for you.

Judie

Patti, I'm so sorry, but what a blessing to have been able to talk to her yesterday. Prayers coming your way form NH.

Denise

Pati... my deepest condolenses...i cant imagine loosing my mom yet, even tho she' s 80. cyber hugs and prayers to you and your family.

amy in CNY

Patti I know what you are going thru. I went to see my mother in Sept and before I could get back home my brother was calling me telling me she was gone. Give yourself time to grieve and don't try to rush it. (((HUGS)))